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Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Sheepdog or Welsh Collie or Old Farm Collie? Find the right dog for you

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Name Border Collie Welsh Sheepdog Scotch Collie
OriginsEngland flagEngland Scotland flagScotland Wales flagWales Wales flagWales Scotland flagScotland
Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie breeds.
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Welsh Collie Old Farm Collie
Scottish Collie
Farm Collie
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which breed is the largest?
Large Medium Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) Male: 15-35 pounds (7-16 kg), Female: 13-33 pounds (6-15 kg) Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) Male: 25 pounds (11.5 kg), Female: 23 pounds (10.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie? Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie height comparison:
Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) Male: 16-19 inches (41-47 cm), Female : 14-17 inches (38-44 cm) Male: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) Male: 17.5 inches (44 cm), Female : 15.5 inches (41 cm) Male: 22.5 inches (57 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 Unknown $700-$900
Availability
Which is easier to get, Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie?
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which breed ranks highest?
Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Very smart: Welsh Sheepdog is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Scotch Collie dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which is easiest to train?
Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Welsh Sheepdog dogs are very easy to train.
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Scotch Collie dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which breed is most alert?
Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Welsh Sheepdog dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Scotch Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which breed is most protective?
Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Welsh Sheepdog dogs are average defenders.
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Scotch Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie? Compare temperaments.
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Active
Energetic
Intelligent
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Welsh Sheepdog dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Scotch Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie?
High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Welsh Sheepdog dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Scotch Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie social needs comparison:
Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Welsh Sheepdog dogs are a social breed.
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Scotch Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Welsh Sheepdog is strong enough to escape from home.
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Scotch Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Border Collie dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Welsh Sheepdog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Scotch Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Average: The Welsh Sheepdog barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Scotch Collie is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which breed is most playful?
The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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The Welsh Sheepdog is a playful breed.
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The Scotch Collie is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Welsh Sheepdog indoors.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Scotch Collie indoors.

Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which breed is most flexible?
Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Welsh Sheepdog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Scotch Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie?
Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Welsh Sheepdog dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Scotch Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Welsh Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Scotch Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which uses mouth most during play?
Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Welsh Sheepdog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Scotch Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Welsh Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Scotch Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Welsh Sheepdog: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Scotch Collie: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Welsh Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which has fewer health issues?
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Welsh Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Scotch Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Welsh Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Scotch Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
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Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which breed is most active?
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Welsh Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Scotch Collie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Welsh Sheepdog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Scotch Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie?
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Welsh Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Scotch Collie dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Welsh Sheepdog has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Scotch Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which needs most food?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
Red
Sable
Brindle
Lilac
Gold
Seal
White & Red
Slate
Sable Merle
Black & White
Tricolor
Blue merle
Blue merle-tricolor
Slate merle
Red merle
Saddleback Sable
White & Blue
White & Blue Merle
White & Red Merle
White Ticked
White & Gold
White & Sable
White & Seal
Black
White
Red
White
Sable
Blue & Merle
Black & White
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Welsh Sheepdog requires minimal grooming.
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Advanced: The Scotch Collie requires a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which drools least?
The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Welsh Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Scotch Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Welsh Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Scotch Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Feathered Dense
Thick
Flat
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie? Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or {name3 shedding:
Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Welsh Sheepdog dogs shed moderately.
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Scotch Collie dogs are heavy shedders.
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Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which is best with kids?
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Welsh Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Scotch Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Welsh Sheepdog dogs are generally with other pets.
Scotch Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie? Which dog is more friendly?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Welsh Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Scotch Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Welsh Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Scotch Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Welsh Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Scotch Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie?
Yes
Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Welsh Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Scotch Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Welsh Sheepdog is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Scotch Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Welsh Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Scotch Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which is best suited for service work?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which has best nose work ability?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which is best for SAR work?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Welsh Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Scotch Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which has most military use?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which has most puppies?
4-8 puppies 2-8 puppies 8-12 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, and Scotch Collie. Which has most recognition?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The American Int. Border Collie Registry
The American Border Collie Association
No data available Dog Registry of America Inc.

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